Tulipa Marilyn (Lily-Flowered Tulip)

A real showstopper. Tall, eye-catching with its ivory-white arching petals, delicately flamed with strawberry-red, Tulip ‘Marilyn’ grabs the attention of onlookers.

Tall, eye-catching with its ivory-white arching petals, delicately flamed with strawberry-red, Tulip 'Marilyn' grabs the attention of onlookers. Just look at it! Its long-lasting bowl-shaped flowers are beautifully adorned with elongated, recurved petals adding grace to its beauty. Blooming in the mid-late spring garden, this tulip belongs to the charming Lily-Flowered Tulips group. Stunning impact guaranteed!

  • Growing up to 22 inches tall (55 cm), plant this beauty in a wind-protected location where it will create dazzling harmonies with other late-season flowering bulbs.
  • Performs best in full sun in rich, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefers areas with cool winters and warm dry summers.
  • Easy to grow, this tulip is a welcomed addition to beds, borders, and containers. For best visual impact, plant in groups (at least 10 to 15 bulbs) or mixed with any other flowering bulbs. Excellent as cut flowers!
  • To be planted in fall.
  • All parts may cause severe discomfort following ingestion and may cause an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

Requirements

Hardiness 3
– 8

Heat Zones 1
– 8

Climate Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Bulbs
Plant Family Tulipa – Tulips
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid,Late)
Height 1'
– 2'
(30cm
– 60cm)
Spread 4"
(10cm)
Spacing 4″ (10cm)
Depth 7"
(17cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage